Shalia is a unique and melodic female given name, of Hebrew origin, meaning 'request' or 'prayer'. It is derived from the root word 'shalal', which signifies to ask or beg. In the biblical context, Shaliah was the name given to messengers sent by God to convey His messages, highlighting the name's spiritual significance.
The name Shalia experienced its peak popularity between 1988 and 1994, with a high of 21 births in both 1992 and 1994. After that period, its usage significantly decreased, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1995 onwards. In recent years, the name has become quite rare, with only 6 births recorded in 2019 and 5 in 2021 out of a total of 557 births over the entire period.